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2015 Audi Q5 Took the Top Safety Pick Award by IIHS

2015 Audi Q5 won the Top Safety Pick+, that was given by rhe Insurance Institure of Highway Safety. The reason is the latest addition to the safety system: the Driver Assistance package, that was produced after January 2015. In fact 2015 Q5 made it out throught the IIHS Small Overlap Front Crash test and received the latest rating of “good”

The trustworthy Q5 is with no doubt Audi’s top-selling model. And now it comes with the optional Driver Assistance package, that brings Audi Braking Guard System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Audi Dynamic Steering system and selectable driving modes. This pack is available with the 3.0L TFSI and 3.0 TDI engine models.

The award-winning 3.0L TFSI supercharged engine delivers 272 hp (200 kW) and 295 lb-ft of torque is already available, along with the efficient 2.0-Liter TFSI and the 3.0-Liter TFSI diesel engine and the special Q5 2.0-Liter TFSI Hybrid. All the engine variations come with all-wheel-drive system.

In addition to the powerful drivetrain system, the 2015 Q5 model offers and xenon LED headlamps and powerful tailgate. Additional hi-tech gadgets, added to the latest Q5 are Audi Connect system, Navigation Plus system and Olufsten Audio system.

Surely, there is a reason why the Q5 model is the best-selling Audi model.

Source: Audi

May 15, 2015

Renault Shows Three Models at 2015 Goodwood Moving Motor Show

Visitors to the 2015 Goodwood Moving Motor Show have the chance to try out by themselves the latest Renault model models. And in addition, on 15 June, the brand debuts the latest Clio Renautsport 220 Trophy in UK. Renault will also use the opportunity, that the show gives and will give another chance for UK customers to sit behind the wheels of the Megane Renautsport 275 Trophy and Megane Coupe GT 220 models.

With its well-know reputation for building one of the best hatchback vehicles, Renault demonstrates determination to continue to do it. Now, following the latest upgrades and addition the Clio Renaultsport has a lot to show.

The Clio comes with 220 hp (161 kW) and redesigned dual-clutch transmission, along with some aesthetic tweaks, that altogether really make the car stand out as a better from other standard Clio models.

Other car, that Renault crew will show at the Moving Motor Show is the Megane Renaultsport 275 Trophy. What is interesting about this model is the power output, measured at 275 horsepower (202 kW) and the opportunity to test drive it up the famous Goodwood Hil.

Finally, Renault team will give the chance for customers to get their hands on the Megane Coupe GT 220. This car offers both something different than the standard Megane models, but at the same time don’t go for the full-throttle Renaultsport experience. It is a good thing, that Renault will offer the opportunity for everyone to try out the latest models and see if they fit his or her personality.

Source: Renault

May 15, 2015

David Brown Launches the Stunning Speedback GT in USA

Launched last year in March 2014, David Brown’s Automotive Speedback GT marked the start of the next era for GT modes. The Speedback has everything a customer would ever want: style, modern technology, reliability, wonderful performance and comfort. The special vehicle was designed, engineered and hand-crafted in UK and successfully launched in USA after unseen triumph in Europe with media reaction and sales.

Located at Quali Lodge in California, the event will be the right place to demonstrate the SPeedback GT and its capabilities to the American customers and media. Starting on 10th August, the Speedback will participate in the Rally n 11th and 12th of August before the main Quail event on 14th August, when it will be featured on a stand.

In fact, Brown has been working for many years on the Speedback GT. The car, that is hand-built in Covernry uses the well-known high quality British materials and craftsmanship. The Speedback offers incredible features, that include the hand-formed panels and the entirely hand-crafted interior. There is also a fold-down picnic seat.

The vehicle is geared with a 5.0-Liter V8 supercharged engine, that provides 510 hp (375 kW) and 461lb ft and speeds from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.6 seconds and has a top speed of 279 km/h (155 mph)

Prices start at $795,000

Source: Speedback

May 14, 2015

2015 Audi TT Coupe TDI Ultra Wins One More Award!

Audi team demonstrated a different formula for building a sports car, that happened to be not just right, but good enough to bring numerous awards. The 2015 Audi TT TDI Ultra won the “Best Sportscar” award in the 2015 DieselCar Magazine Awards. The formula? High quality components, that only Audi team can bring with fewer stops at the filling station. The success belongs to the innovative minds, doesn’t it?

The Ultra version comes with aluminum and steel body and with the powerful 2.0-Liter TDI engine, that provides 184 hp (135 kW) and torque of 380 Nm at 1,750 – 3,250 rpm. The machine accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.1 seconds and chases the top speed of 268 km/h (149 kW).

The inside of the TT Ultra welcomes you with a Audi Virtual Cockpit, a 12,3-inch TFT media screen, which, in fact, uses the latest NVidia Tegra 30 graphics processor do bring the clearest media graphics and visuals. In addition, the Virtual Cockpit is available as standard feature in every model. What is optional is the crysta-clear navigation mapping system and the Audi Connect 4G Internet connection.

The Audi TT Ultra is already available for purchase in UK with starting price from £29,810

Source: Audi

May 14, 2015

Alfa Romeo Celebrates 65th Anniversary of the Victory in Silverstone

65 years ago, back in 1950 four Alfetta 158 models created history at the Silverstone race in Northamptonshire. The drivers were Giuseppe “Nino” Farina, Luigi Fagioli, Juan Manuel Fangio and the UK driver Reg Parnell. This was the first race in Formula One season. An as we all know, F1 races are one of the most popular and most prestigious sport events.

Nino Farina did not only marked the fastest lap on the race, but he also won the race and created the possibility to continue for the rest of the championship. In the following challenges, Farina, Fagioli and Fangio won race after race. In fact, King George VI himself personally congratulated the three drivers for the incredible achievements.

Even today the Alfeta 158 remains as one of the most prestigious and well-known vehicles from the Museo Storico Alfa Romeo. This is a car, that isn’t famous with only its history, but with the fact, that made a global change in the world of motorsport.

It was developed in 1938 and had to wait for peace and prosperity before prove itself on the track. Originally the vehicle produced 195 hp (143 kW) and confidently evolved to 300 hp (220 kW) by the time for the Silverstone track: this is an impressive power, produced by the supercharged eight-cylinder 1,479cc inline engine.

The 158 model naturally evolved to the 159 model, which came with numerous improvements and upgrades for the 1951 season. It was capable of producing 450 hp (330 kW) and it was capable of winning yet another championship. This race also marked one more historical change in brand’s history. Alfa Romeo retired from racing and focused to series production and since then delivers one of the most technically advanced and beautiful vehicles.

Source: Alfa Romeo

May 14, 2015

Toyota and Mazda Teamed Up One More Time!

Toyota Motor Company and Mazda Motor Corporation entered an agreement to creat a mutually beneficial partnership. Booth brands will be leveraging resources to enhance each other’s production and boost technological development. Both Toyota and Mazda will go to the end result of offering even better and more appealing cars, that will meet all the needs of customers all around the world.

There will be also a joint committee, that will set up to elavuate each brand’s strengths. It will also encourage broad and meaningful collaboration in numerous fields, that even include environmental friendly and safety technologies.

In fact, this is not the first collaboration between Toyota and Mazda. Previously both brands included communication about the licensing of Toyota’s hybrid technology systems to Mzda and the production of vehicles for Toyota at Mazda’s plant in Mexico.

Toyota Motor Company and Mazda Motor Corporation noticed the considerable overlap between Mazda’s corporate plans of bringing pleasurable driving and Toyota’s desire to create better and better vehicles. This agreement between the two well-known brands will go beyond the traditional frame of partnership and will aim for fresh and incredible values for cars through the wide range of knowledge and professionalism, that both Mazda and Toyota can offer.

Source: Toyota Motor Company; Mazda Motor Corporation

May 14, 2015

Classic Jaguar Models Take Place at the 2015 Mille Miglia Event

Jaguar customers and fans will have the chance to see the 1,000-mile loop in Italy with some of the brand’s iconic models. There will be three C-types, three D-types, one XK120, one Xk140 and MK VII sallon. Held from May 14-17, 2015, the Mille Migia will offer challenges and tests for both vehicles and drivers. The event itself will begin and end in Brecia, but it will go through numerous Italian cities, including Rome.

The C-type models

The first C-type vehicle is already familiar with the Mille Miglia road, as it competed 62 years ago in the original race back in 1953 and it was driven by Mario Tadini and Franco Cortese. This is one of three models, that together form the Jaguar Heritage Trust and will be driven by Jaguar Vehicle Integrity Chief Engineer Mike Cross.

The second C-type wears the unique “KSF 182” registration number and it was the same vehicle, that Jimmy Stewart and Sir Jackie Steward were using during 1952 to 1955. Now it will be driven by the five-time winner of the le Mans 24-hour, three-time Daytona 24-hour winner and veteran Derek Bell. In fact, Bell is a guest of art collector and classic car enthusiast Adam Lindemann.

The last C-type is really a special one. It comes with registration number “PUG 676” and it took place in races in the post-World-War II era and now it will be driven by its owner, Royal Automobile Club Motoring Committee Chairman, Ben Cussons.

The D-type models

When we talk about Jaguar, the participation will not be complete without the one and only D-type. This year’s Mille Miglia will meet the “NVC 260”, that competed in not just one Mille Miglias competition back in the ’80s. But the car also took place in races back in 1956 and 1957 and now it will be driven by its owner, one of the world’s most respected experts, when it comes to classic cars, Simon Kidston.

Other D-type models, that will take place in the event are the “RSF 303” and the “393 RW”, that took place in numerous races in the ’50s. The Ecurie Ecosse D-type “RSF 303” was especially created for the 1957 le Mans race, but took part in Mille Miglia events in the same year and the next one. Now, it will be driven by Jaguar Design Director, Ian Callum.

The other model, the “393 RW” made 1956 a really special year for Jaguar by winning the 12-hour of Reims and finished in the sixth place and even setting the fastest lap at le Mans in the same year. This well-known machine and veteran will be driven by host of the hugely popular BBC One show, Saturday Kitchen and well-known chef, James Martin.

And there is good news for customers. They will be given the chance to drive C-type, D-type or E-type especially at Jaguar’s test facility at Fen end in West Midlands. Fans can choose between one-hour test drives, a half-day Le Mans race-themed special event or a full-day “Grace and Pace” programme.

The XK120 and XK140 models

Despite the fact Jaguar brand doesn’t offer test drive for the MK VII saloon, customers will still be given chance to see for themselves why this is one of the most remarkable cars of one entire era via jaguar’s social media platform. The legendary vehicle will be driven by adventurer Charley Boorman.

And with a bit of additional glamour, the 2015 Mille Miglia challenge will include also the TV presenter and current host of Channel 5’s The Classic Car Show Jodie Kidd, who will drive the stunning “Betsey”: the Jaguar “OOF 748”, just as he did in the 2014 trial. But this time she will be partnering with the classic car enthusiast David Gandy.

There is one more car, that will take part in 2015 Mille Miglia. This is the Jaguar XK140, which came in 1954 as a heir to the XK120. The car was owned by the successful British racer David Hobbs and back in 2006 it was completely restored by Trevor Groom and now, in 2015 it will be driven by Elliot Gleave.

Source: Jaguar

May 14, 2015

BMW Creates a Car-Tribute To a Timeless Legend!

BMW team is ready to unveil its latest masterpiece: BMW 3.0 CSL Hommage. This will happen on 22 May this year at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este and it will be a global debut. This model will be tribute to the BMW 3.0 CSL: the timeless classic from the 70’s. The Hommage will continue the engineer wonder, but at the same time will include modern features such as lightweight design and incredible performance. Hommage will get the character of its predecessor, but numerous dramatic lines will be added.

Exterior

The design of the 3.0 CSL Hommage will include sheer dynamics, striking air deflectors and powerful wheel arches, prominent roof and rear spoiler. The stretched flanks bring further elegance and counterpoint to the sporty front and rear end. The overall design include wonderful lines, that bring feel of confidence and sportiness. The carbon-fiber elements bring further lightweight and interesting design concept.

Interior

The inside of the Hommage will continue the lightweight affair, but at the same time will add numerous high-quality elements and driving-related gadgets. The interior demonstrates the passion of the designer team for supremacy and sophistication. Just like the exterior, the interior will reflect the special character and the constructing ellegance.

Source: BMW

May 13, 2015

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Gets One More Award!

Mercedes-Benz S-Class took the prestigious “Best Executive Car” award in the 2015 Diesel Car Awards. The prize was given by well-known and respective judges, that tested more than 200 vehicles in the past year: they went through every single vehicle and tested it in numerous different categories. Let’s see what made Mercedes-Benz S-class the winner.

First of all, the vehicle comes with wide range of performance tweaks. Customers can choose between four-, six-, eight- and twelve cylinder engines, three of which are Hybrids are available in two trim packs: SE Line and AMG Line. Both lines offer incredible machine performance and smooth and comfortable ride. After all, we are talking about Mercedes vehicles.

Further personalization options include 13 different colors and a total of seven different trim options. And of course, there are numerous customizable features for the interior: customers can choose between Rear Sea Rclining Package or the Rear Seat Comfort Package. With recline up to 45 degrees or massage function, along with the Burmester surround audio system and the rear seat entertainment system, we are sure, that no one will ever want to get out of the cozy cabin.

The S-class remains the number one luxury vehicle in UK, as the market registered 2,700 vehicles in 2014 and more than 1000 registered so far this year.

Hard work and desire for high-quality units always pays good. We congratulate the Mercedes-Benz team and wish them numerous more occasions for celebrating.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

May 13, 2015

Subaru Team is Ready with Testing of the 2015 VR15x

Subaru Rally Team USA has completed the pre-season testing and tuning of the latest VT15x rally car. Now the Subaru team is ready for the Red Bull Global Rallycrolss Championship in Florida. Subaru drivers Bucky Lasek, Sverre Isachsen and Travis Pastrana will take part in the pre-season tests at the Florida International Rally and Motorsport School in Starke, Florida.

The VT15x is co-developed by VermontSportsCar and Subaru Technica International started its story as a production 2015 WRX STI, but later received numerous upgrades to the drivetrain, suspension and aerodynamics. The end result is a powerful vehiche, that runs from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in two seconds and it is capable for every terrain: pavement, dirt and jumps. The VT15x stays true to its factory design and comes with turbocharged four-cylinder SUBARU BOXER powerplant and all-wheel drive system.

2014 X Games Rallycross Silver Medalist Bucky Lasek and the 2014 Red Bull GRC winner Sverre Isachesn will be leading the charge for the Subaru Rally Tam USA in 13 rounds. Pastrana will serve as a duel role for Subaru and will be competing in X Games and numeros Rally America events.
Subaru team is really working hard for the upcoming races and we are excited for all of them. For further information stay with us!

Source: Subaru

May 13, 2015

Dawn Rises for Rolls-Royce. Rare Model Will Ride Under Sunlight One More Time

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars announced the name of its latest model. It will be exciting and sensuous and will be named Rolls-Royce Dawn. The luxury vehicle was unveiled at the 2015 Rolls-Royce World Dealer Conference in Los Angeles California. This is the next step, after the brand has released Phantom, Ghost and Wraith models.

The Rolls-Royce Dawn has the opportunity to revive a famous name, that was first used in 1949. Sadly, itapplied to only 28 very special vehicles, produced between 1950 and 1954. In fact, the original Silver Dawn was the first Rolls-Royce vehicle to be offered with a factory-build structure. The vehicles, that carried the Dawn name ensure incredible rarity and unseen design.

The “Dawn” is really the right name for the latest Rolls-Royce car. Dawn comes after the dark and ethereal nocturne. Dawn touches with tender, awakes the senses and tingles the feels. The Rolls-Royce Dawn is here to remind you, that at the start of the day everything is possible.

This vehicle excites everyone: we all want it, we desire it. It is beautiful and stylish and wakes the passion for life. It brings possibilities and desire to explore unknown horizons.

Rolls-Royce Dawn will launch during the first quarter of 2016.

Source: Rolls-Royce

May 13, 2015

2015 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider is Ready for the Market!

Like its Coupe brother, the 2015 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider is built with ultra-lightweight carbon fiber monocoque and minimum redundant structural additions. The body includes redesigned aluminum rollover structure, especially crafted carbon-fiber windscreen frame and engine components, built from high-strength steel. Overall, the car looks beautiful and confident. But let’s see what else it has to offer.

Exterior

One of the first things we noticed is the redesigned front. It comes with covered projector-style xenon headlamps, that previously were only optional, while now they are included in the standard pack for the Spider. The back is also restyled: it comes with distinctive Spider buttresses and redesigned engine cover. Further additions are the heat extractors and the rear spoiler.

Of course, the body is not restyled just to be beautiful. Alfa Romeo team paid attention to the aerodynamic characteristic of the Spider. Now the Spider comes with even better aerodynamic features, that include minimal wind and noise intrusion when the roof is stowed away.

Interior

The inside welcomes you with a redesigned Alpine head and Alfa Hi Fi audio system. And of course all the components are crafted to ensure maximum comfort and usability. And for customers, who want even more, the engineer team offers premium leather stitching and matching door cards as optional additions. Sweet.

Drivetrain system

This beauty is powered by all-aluminum 1750 TBi 240 hp (176 kW) engine, that provides a total of 258lb-ft. The 0-100 km/h (62mph) run is over in less than 4.5 seconds and the top speed is 288 km/h (160 mph). And just like the Coupe version the Spider generates the same 1.1g of lateral acceleration and 1.25g of braking deceleration.

Packs and Trims

The standard pack for Alfa Romeo 4C Spider includes the upgraded audio system, luxury floor mats, glove compartment with leather cover, parking sensors and cruise control, carbon-fibre windscreen frame and xenon headlamps.

Prices start from £59,500